Electric Curtain Track With Timer & Remote Control

With the evenings drawing in and security in mind,  you may wish to install this automated curtain controller with timer and remote control.

The powerful 240 volt mains (motor) driven system comes complete with a compatible corded track suitable for automating curtains with spans up to 3.95 metres. The tracks included in the system come in two different lengths, self extendable from 1.2m to 2.12m span or 2.1m to 3.95m.  A track extendable out to 5 metres is available on request  The additional cost for this track is £20.  No cutting of the track is required.  Unless you specify the shorter track,  your system will be dispatched with the longer 2.12 to 3.95m track.  

Valance tracks are available and are supplied with all necessary brackets at an additional cost of £15 (£20 for the 5m track).  The 5 metre track with valance is an additional £40.  The valance track is essentially an identical track (less cord etc) and is mounted forward of the curtain track like a pelmet.  Please request an invoice should you wish to order a valance.

All the tracks as supplied are only suitable for straight windows.  For bay windows, plastic corded tracks are suitable however two controllers are required.  These tracks are sold in most hardware superstores or available online.  If you have a quality custom bent and corded track for your bay, then one controller should be sufficient. I do not supply this type of track.

The system offers a reliable means of opening and closing your curtains on the auto timer, and as such, can enhance the security of your property.   No more tell-tale open curtains after dark.

The timed operations can be set to a different time each day, everyday the same, weekends different, in fact all sorts of combinations are available. 

Consider also the energy saving element of having your curtains close as your central heating comes on.

Included also is a RF 3 button wireless remote controller permitting Open/Close/Stop (with reverse from any intermediate position) and the other features mentioned below.

A full refund is offered if you are not completely satisfied.           Well over 1100 units now sold.

I try to ship all orders received by noon on that day thereby ensuring next day delivery.  

If possible, please include a contact telephone number when ordering and also any special delivery instructions for the courier. Also please specify any particular day for delivery otherwise I ship for next day delivery.

Have your own corded track?..take £9 off the 'Buy it Now' price for controller alone. Request an invoice and I'll make the downward adjustment.

FEATURES

• RF (radio frequency) remote control offering open, close, stop and reverse from any position. 20 metre range even through a wall. Not to be confused with 'line of sight' transmitters (infra red) where a receiving 'eye' has to be hung in an exposed position.
• Multiple combinations of timed operations for when you are away from home.
• Battery back-up so that your timed operations are never lost in the event of a mains failure
• Easy to read and user friendly LCD display and set up buttons. 24 hour clock with day of the week display.
• 220/240 volt, 65 watt ac mains operated synchronous motor for powerful operation.
• Straight forward DIY installation mounts the controller out of sight behind your curtains...if you can fit a curtain track, then the rest is easy. No electrician required.
• Simple two button set up of the curtain open and close limits. Any span up to 7 metres covered.
• Works with your choice of an expandable corded curtain track suitable for any lengths up to 5.0 metres.
• Proven robust design easily draws 10 Kg curtains with the supplied track. With low friction wheeled tracks, the high torque motor will handle curtain weights up to 25Kg.
• Well written installation and operating instructions.
• CE marked....compliant with all relevant EU safety and emissions directives. RoHS compliant.
• Exceptionally well engineered product, the result of three years development and continuous improvements.
  
• This curtain control system will open and close your curtains on the remote or via the timer just as efficiently as other curtain controllers at up to 4 times the cost.
• Now on the back of proven reliability, the guarantee is increased to two years. In year one, parts, labour and shipping and for year two, parts and labour.
• The controller is capable of drawing curtains with a span of up to 14 metres (centre drawing) or 7 metres single draw. ie. one piece curtain drawing from one end only.
  

USES and BENEFITS

• Security..peace of mind when you are away from home knowing that your curtains are opening and closing in your absence. Couple this feature with your side lamps on timeclocks and you are effectively 'in residence'.
• Luxury Item...indulge yourself in a bit of old fashioned laziness.
• Ideal for infirm, invalided or older folks.
• Energy Conservation...close your curtains (on the timer) when your heating comes on and reduce heat loss through the windows. In sunny situations, set the timer to close the curtains when the sun comes round onto the window.
• Protect your expensive curtain fabric...handling becomes a thing of the past. Protects your furniture fabric from sun fade too.
• Selling your property? ...give yourself an edge and install one in the master bedroom. Clinch the deal for a small additional price.
• Home theatre - give your system a professional image.
• Affordable...at last a full featured, reliable, curtain controller sensibly priced.

FAQs

• Q. Does the controller work with any corded track?

A. It will work with all the good quality roller or slider types of corded tracks. Roller/slider is the part where the curtain hook attaches and rolls or slides along the track as the curtains draw. Also, as supplied, the controller is not recommended for use with plastic ball/beaded cords....although the dedicated DIYer can dimple the drive pulley tyre for use with beaded cords.


• Q. What type of track is supplied?

A. A steel expandable track with nylon sliders suitable for straight windows only. This track is perfectly adequate for medium weight curtains.

• Q. Can the controller be mounted at either end of the track?

A. Yes...the cord can be arranged to draw from either end for centre draw curtains. Also the track can be arranged so that a once piece curtain can open (and close) from either end.

• Q. Will the controller operate in a bay window situation?

A.  Only if you have a quality corded track with wheel type rollers and carriers. These would most likely be steel or aluminium and custom bent to your bay profile....but not supplied by me.  Plastic bendable tracks with wheeled rollers have been tested but work only if you mount a controller at either end i.e. two independent tracks.


• Q. Can the track be ceiling mounted as well as cantilevered off the wall?

A. Yes

• Q. Can I control two or more controllers with one remote controller?

A. Yes, it is possible to have more than one curtain controller synchronised to one remote controller and, the curtains they control can be different spans. The timers however are not synchronised, therefore timed openings and closures may not be exactly together but should be with seconds of each other (if you simultaneously to set the clocks).

• Q. What colour is the controller?

A. White (but you don't see it as its mounted out of sight behind the curtains).

• Q. When my controller is in timer mode, can I open the curtains on the remote controller?

A. Operating the remote controller always overrides the timer. Also, if for example you have set your curtains to open at 07.00 hrs and you partially open them at say 06.30 hrs, then at 07.00 hrs they will continue to open fully.

• Q. What happens if there is a power failure when I am away from home?

• A. When the power is restored, the curtains will move to the assigned position. So, lets say the power fails at 16.30 hours and you have set your curtains to close at 18.00 hrs. The power is restored at 20.00 hrs, then at that time the curtains will drive to the closed position.

• Q.What is the life of the back-up battery?

  A. The battery will retain the clock and programmed times for weeks. The battery is continuously charged and doesn't have to be replaced.

• Q. Does the remote controller come supplied with a battery?

A. Yes is comes with a 12 volt alkaline battery

• Q. Can the timer open and close my curtains at different times each day?

The timer can be programmed for up to 8 open and close cycles each day, at the same time each day, different times each day, Monday to Friday the same, with weekends on or off etc.

• Q. Can the curtains be operated manually

A. Yes they can be operated electrically (no timer or remote controller) from the panel on the Open and Close buttons and also by pulling the cord (total failure situation).

• Q. What length of cable does the controller come with?

A. The power cable is 1.7 metres in length.

• Q. Where is the controller manufactured?
  

A. In China and the design, development and assembly has all been undertaken with close co-operation with/by a UK qualified engineer.  The manufacturer has an excellent international reputation with customers such as B&Q, Walmart, Argos and Ikea (other electrical items).


• Q. Does the controller works with vertical blinds?

A. It will draw cord operated vertical blinds open like a curtain but will not move the slats through 90 degrees (the motor run time to do this is too short for accurate control).


• Q. Why are you so much cheaper than the other models on the market?

A. I only sell direct, and, so far, only on Ebay.

• Q.  Your shipping charges seem high.

A.   Actually, the amount I charge represents about 75% of the true cost. Unfortunately, the track creates the problem and only certain overnight shippers undertake to carry lengths longer than 1.5 metres. 


• Q.  Do you ship overseas?

A.  Yes....contact me for conditions but I do not ship the track overseas - (ok to Eire).


• Q.  Do you accept credit cards?

  A.  Yes, these are processed via Paypal.
  

  
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